Dog Walking in Merriwood, Oakland
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1. Shanley J.
“Shanley did such a great job with my dog, Alfie! Alfie can be nervous and shy around strangers when I’m not around and Shanley was very patient with him and took great care of him!”
2. Sophie C.
“Sophie has been amazing with my girl Rosie as she adjusts to city life. She has made a huge impact on keeping her calm and helping keep her active by giving her good exercise and working with to stay calm and focused while encountering squirrels, other dogs and loud noises on their walks. I have noticed such a change due to Sophie's interventions. Sophie is prompt, communicative and kind. A one of a kind! Rosie adores her!”
3. Jennifer & Jordan L.
“Jennifer was professional and responsive. She instantly got along with my dog and took him on a great walk. I would highly recommend.”
4. Robin B.
“Robin has been great at communicating quickly, getting to know my doggo, and gaining his trust! He’s a pandemic puppy so isn’t used to a dog walker. I’m so glad she’s been able to get him going as I start to go back to work.”
5. Annalise N.
“Annalise is a sophomore at Cal Berkeley and a gymnast for the school. She is very conscientious and serious about all the things she does. At her home in NJ, her family has a golden retriever and two Siamese cats Her growing up years were always surrounded by pets and pet discussions as her Grandfather, Uncle and Cousin are all veterinarians. I recommend Annalise as she is compassionate and knowledgeable about animal care. She will make a great dog walker and pet sitter. Her work ethic is outstanding. Arlene’s”
6. Brandi K.
“Brandi is a second year college student who is a hard working self motivated responsible individual. One of her interest while living at home was tending to the family dog. Brandi without any prior experience was able to walk, train and teach a young dog tricks due to her calm, caring and patient demeanor. I feel with the love Brandi exudes for dogs, she would be an ideal candidate for a dog walking position and am confident that any dog in her possession will be friendly and in great hands.”
7. David & Mabel P.
“David and Mabel were very easy to work with, had good communication, were flexible, and did a great job with our 2 dogs! Definitely recommend them and will use them again.”
8. Cassandra L.
“Casssandra has been the best dog walker!! She is very kind, communicative, and easy to work with. My dog absolutely loves her and gets so excited every time he goes on a walk. I definitely recommend Cassandra as a safe and trusted walker.”
9. Celeste C.
“Celeste was great! She arrived quickly after a last min request and was upbeat even in 80+ degree weather. Would definitely request Celeste again!”
10. Faith L.
“Faith is amazing and I would never trust anyone else with my cats. Very polite and caring. She is great and I 100% recommend her for everyone.”
11. Irina B.
“We are so happy to have Irina walk our two corgis now that I’m returning to an office a few days each week. I think I probably had more separation anxiety than the pups, but it’s comforting knowing they get a visit with Irina and burn off some energy. We love the photos and card updates. Looking forward to many more walks!”
12. Zsa-Zsa R.
“Zsa-zsa is phenomenal and did a great job caring for my old dog while I was out of town. She is communicative and kind and clearly has a way with the four-legged among us. She'll be our go-to-gal from here on out!”
13. Ares S.
“Ares was very responsive and friendly.”
14. Katharine K.
“Katharine is phenomenal with dogs. My dog loves Katharine and is always ecstatic when she comes to visit. Katharine has taught my dog to walk well on a leash and has even gotten her to stop barking! She is well experienced with dogs of all sizes. Your dog will be safe in Katharine’s hands!”
15. Ariele R.
“I would absolutely refer Ariele to any pet owner! She always exceeds my expectations on caring for my pup. I completely trust her with my little man and we have great communication.”
16. Crystal H.
“Crystal took time for a meet and greet with short notice and she was great with Teo!! She took him out twice and fed him (even though it was rainy), with detailed reports and great communication :)”
17. Lauren F.
“Lauren is THE BEST! My pups are so happy to see her, she takes amazing care of my house, sends photos, purely the best. Love that lady! I have two dogs - one lazy and one hyper. She has great control over them and I know they are in great hands!”
18. Lizzie A.
“We have three dogs—two labs and a Havanese—and Lizzie has provided excellent care for them on at least five occasions. She is responsible and loving, and our dogs are excited when they see her. I highly recommend her!”
19. Jena W.
“Extremely reliable, was able to make a last minute time change. Barkerini seemed very comfortable with her, and now greets her at the door. Jena is going to be a big help when I need to be gone for the day ;-)”
20. Alexis L.
“Alexis was friendly and attentive to our dog Lola & cat Minky. She was very timely in her responses to our inquiry and in her arrival at our home. Lola is learning to trust her & Minky already loves her! We will absolutely book her again. Thank you Alexis for your time and dedication! =)”
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Dog walkers on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a dog walker in Merriwood on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $25 per walk, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A dog walker’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your dog’s needs.
As of Jul 2024, there are 8,764 dog walkers in Merriwood. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog walker near you. As a reminder, dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple dog walkers about your booking. Typically, 85% of Merriwood dog walkers respond in under an hour.
Dog walkers in Merriwood have an average of 14 years of experience. Dog walkers with repeat customers have an average of 3 repeat clients. Experience can vary from dog walker to dog walker, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare dog walkers in Merriwood.
You can’t always predict a super busy day at work, but you can anticipate your dog’s needs. Instead of rushing home at lunch, book a dog walker to give your dog a 30- or 60-minute dog walk. Your dog walker can stop by as many times as you need—on whatever days you need them. With the Rover app, get a comprehensive Rover Card from your dog walker that includes:
- Start and stop times
- A map of their walk with total distance
- Pee, poo, food, and water breaks
- Cute photos and a personalized note
There are 8,764 dog walkers in Merriwood on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! In Merriwood, 88% have experience with senior dogs and dogs with special needs. We know each dog is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog walker near you. As a reminder, all dog walkers on Rover have been background checked for you and your dog’s safety.
Yes! Dog walkers joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog walker through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your dog walker has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your dog is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your dog walker requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog walking service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your dog walker’s cancellation policy.
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